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Nagpur Famous Tourism

DEEKSHABHOOMI :- Bharat Ratna Dr B. R. Ambedkar along with
thousands of his followers embrassed Buddhism on Oct 14' 1956 at Deekshabhoomi located at
western Nagpur
near Ramdaspeth. Since then the site is regarded as a pilgrimage centre for
Buddhist. A memorial has since been constructed at the spot. This started
with construction of a Bhikshu Niwas in
1968, followed by a P/G degree college and finally a majestic towering monument
consisting of replicas of gate of Sanchi Stupa, constructed at a cost of Rs. 6 crores. 5000 Bhikshu can
be accomodated in each storey. The diameter and height of the dome is 120 ft.
Granites, Marbles and Dholpur Sandstone
have been used for the construction of
this 4000 sq. ft. hall. The President of India has recently inaugurated this
majestic monuments that is a symbol of national integration and secularism and
a place of pride for Nagpurians.

THE DRAGONPALACETEMPLE, KAMPTEE :-
Kamptee, satellite township
of Nagpur, has recently
earned a scintillating identity through the magnificent Dragon palace temple.
The unique Buddhist temple with its attractive architecture and landscape was
inaugurated on 23 Nov' 1999 by Mother Noriko Ogawa society, Japan on the follow-up by local MLA and minister of state of water
and sanitration Ms Sulekha Kumbhare.

The temple
sprawls on 10 acre of land, having a serine and beautiful buddhist prayer
centre. A hude idol of Lord Buddha is
installed on the first floor of the Meditation hall which is carved out of a
Single Sandalwood block. The temple with its characteristic architecture has
already received an international award for best concrete structure. The dazzling while walls
of the temple signify for peace, purity and divinity. The devotees who assemble
there chant 'Nangu-Mayo-Ho-Renge-Kyo' during the meditating hours. The
architechtural masterpiece of Nagpur i.e. the Dragon Palace temple is also
called 'Lotus Temple' & stands tall amidst sprawling lush green lawns,
dotted with flowering plants & laid down in an attractive landscape
pattern. The Ogawa society which maintains the temple also looks after allied
social activities which include running a mobile hospital, a welfare centre, an
orphanage & a school for poor.

JAADU MAHAL,
VISHWAKARMA NAGAR, NAGPUR:- At Vishvakarma nagar, on Manewada Road is yet another unique place
which can truely be called gem of Nagpur.
This is a building called Jaadu Mahal (the magic place) which is constructed by
famous Magician of Nagpur Late Sunil Bhavsar. This is perhaps the only magic
palace in the country with its unique characterisation. In this premises
various magic tricks are demonstrated. The Jaadu Mahal remains open even on
sundays. Its a treat to visit this gem of Nagpur

GANGAVATARAN SHIVA
STATUE AT NANDANWAN :- In the premise of Shri Laxmi Narayan temple
located in Nandanvan area of east Nagpur,
a trust of religious Nagpurian has decided to construct a 51 feet statue of
Lord Shiva . The pledged gaint size statue has been designed by sculpture Shri
Indrageet Sakharam Tidke of Malakoti
distt. , Nanded The constructed of this
unique statue has already began at the site. Once completed , this will be one
of the most magnificiant statues in Vidharbha and perhaps India . It is likely to prove one
of major centres of attraction at Nagpur.

LATAMANGESHKARMUSICALGARDEN AT SURYA NAGAR, EAST NAGPUR. :- The musical garden is constructed at
Surya Nagar, Nagpur
under the direction of NIT trustee Jaiprakash Gupta. The sprawling garden
besides having having a landscaped garden and lawn, will also have musical
fountains, curious architectural sites based on
ragas, raganis, and nodes of Indian Classical music which will be operated by musician. There will also
be a huge open air theatre sufficient to accomodate about 2500 music loving
crowd in the premises where large concerts can be organised .The musical garden
when complete, will inspire Children to take up music as their career and will prove to a centre of attraction of
Nagpurians.

NAWEGAON BANDH :Nawegaon, Vidarbha's most popular forest resort, is the ultimate
adventure spot. It is said to have been built by Kolu Patel Kohli in the
beginning of the 18th century. There's picturesque lake set in the midst
of hill ranges with watch towers that enable you to view wildlife. Make sure
you visit the deer park,
the Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, the three beautiful gardens and the
children's park. Almost 60% of the birds species found in Maharashtra have been recorded in Nawegaon. You may see
the leopard, sloth bear, gaur, sambar, chital or the langur.

NAGARDHAN :
Nagardhan is an old town and was formerly of considerable importance as it gave
its name to the district. It was founded by a Suryawanshi King, but Mr. Hiralal
supposes it to have been established by King named Nandvardhan belonging to the
Shail Dynasty. There is a fort said to have been built by the Bhonslas
with brick walls.

DHAPEWADA :
Dhapewada is situated on the bank of Chandrabhaga river. The town
possesses a notable temple
of Vithoba, overlooking
the river. It was built by Umaji Aba, Diwan to Raja Baji Rao Bhonsla.
Dhapewada
is being known as Vidarbha's Pandharpur.

KHEKRANALA :Khekranala is a dam site situated in Khapra range forest. This
area is palm green and finest natural and fascinating with a bracing climate
and healthy environment round the year. The water reservoir is quite and
surrounded by thick forest on two side.

TOURISM PANORAMA OF NAGPUR

Ambazari : LakeSpread over 15.4 sq. kms. on the western
outskirts of the city, AmbazariLake is surrounded by a
picturesque garden. Boating facilities and good walking trials provide an
interesting outdoor activity. The musical fountain addsa romantic flavor to
this beautiful spot. AmbazariLake and GardenLyingTheAmbazariLake has a beautiful garden beside it,
which is one of the most beautiful spots in Nagpur, developed as a model garden by the
Nagpur Municipal Corporation.

Balaji Mandir at
Seminary : The most popular of Indian deities Shri Balaji is the presiding deityin this temple situated
in the serene and picturesque surroundings of, Nagpur’s famed Seminary Hills. This temple
also houses the idols of Lord Kartikeya who is believed to be the commanderof
the army of Gods.

AMBAZARI LAKERESORT
- This is newly renovated lake resort is situated 4 kms. from the city in
the south-wwestern part of Nagpur
city at its outskits. The lake resort is connected to the city through south
Ambazari road as also Amravati
road by very good tar-roads. A beautiful rock cut garden has been developed on
the slopes of this artificial lake. A small rest house and children park is
also developed near by. The Nagpur Corporation has now developed a beautiful
amusement park with several modern means of entertainment like Musical
fountain, Ghost's House, Magic fountains, Gaint Wheel, Paratrooper, Slum Bob,
Water slides, Concorde, Frog ride, Titanic, duck ride,MerryGo Round, etc. Apart
from this Appu's Ghar, the picnic spot also offers quite good and well
maintained boating and water sports facilities and a food plaza which offers
all sorts of food. Sometimes special aeromodelling shows are also organised in
this family park. A 4 mtr. high hunter fighter plane of I.A.F has also been
installed here for the children which is the centre of attraction for families.

Maharaj Baug and Zoo
: The erstwhile Bhonsle rulers laid a beautiful garden,which is now known as
The Maharaj Baug. It is converted into a botanical garden housing a
zoo,containing some rare species of birds and animals.

Seminary Hill :
Named after the Seminary of St. Charles this hillock is about 6 kms.west of the
old city giving a captivating panoramic view of the city.

Sitabuldi Fort : A visit to Nagpur
is not complete without a visit to this important landmark of Sitabuldi Fort,
nestled on the TwinMountains. In the year
1857 a British officer, built this fort and since then it has been one of the
interesting destinations in Nagpur.

Sri Poddareshwar Ram
Mandir : In the year 1923, this beautiful temple was built with marble and
sandstone carving work. The three principle characters of the Indian epic-The
Ramayana are the presiding deities.

TOTLADOH :

The PanditJawaharlalNehruNational Park is situated
in this area. It is surrounded by Satpuda hills providing a pleasant climate.
This National Park is best known for animal viewing, bird watching and
trekking. There is also situated a hydroelectric project, a joint venture of
Govt. of Maharashtra and Madhya Predesh.

RAMTEK :

The story goes that Shri Ram tarried here a while with
Laxman and

Sita. Hence, the
name. It was here that the prolific Sanskrit poet Kalidas wrote his epic
Maghdootam. Besides the Shri Ram Temple and the Kalidas Memorial, there is
Ramgiri hill, Ramsagar lake.This place has been immortalised by the visit of
Lord Ram, Sita and Laxman, hence the
name Ramtek. The place is also famous as the place where the poet Kalidas
composed his epic "Meghdoot". The main attractions here are the Ram
temple which is more than 600 years old, as well as the Jain temple which has
some beautiful carvings and sculpture.Ramtek is about 50 kms. from Nagpur.

NAWEGAON BANDH :

Nawegaon, Vidarbha's most popular forest resort, is the
ultimate

adventure spot. It is said to have been built by Kolu Patel
Kohli in the beginning of the 18th century. There's picturesque lake set in the
midst of hill ranges with watch towers that enable you to view wildlife. Make
sure you visit the deer park,
the Dr. Salim Ali Bird Sanctuary, the three beautiful gardens and the
children's park. Almost 60% of the birds species found in Maharashtra
have been recorded in Nawegaon. You may see the leopard, sloth bear, gaur,
sambar, chital or the langur.

NAGARDHAN :

Nagardhan is an old town and was formerly of considerable
importance as it gave its name to the district. It was founded by a Suryawanshi
King, but Mr. Hiralal supposes it to have been established by King named
Nandvardhan belonging to the Shail Dynasty. There is a fort said to have been
built by the Bhonslas

with brick walls.

DHAPEWADA :

Dhapewada is situated on the bank of Chandrabhaga river. The
town

possesses a notable temple of Vithoba,
overlooking the river. It was built by
Umaji Aba, Diwan to Raja Baji Rao Bhonsla. Dhapewada

is being known as Vidarbha's Pandharpur.

KHEKRANALA :

Khekranala is a dam site situated in Khapra range forest.
This area is palm green and finest natural and fascinating with a bracing
climate and healthy environment round the year. The water reservoir is quite
and surrounded by thick forest on two side.

ADASA :

A small village in the Nagpur District. The village contains
fine old temples. In the temple
of Ganpati the image
consists of a single stone set up so that worshippers may walk around it. On a
hill near the village is a temple
of Mahadeo with three
lingas, which are believed to have come out of the ground by themselves.

Ambakhori:
Situated around 60kms. from Nagpur.It is best in winter,

though it tends to be crowded on weekends.It is yet to be
developed to its full potential.Waterfalls and a forest are the main
attractions.

PenchNational Park:
Situated around 86kms. from Nagpur,
this

National Park is a place good for a day's visit. It is
built around the Pench Irrigation project,
a joint venture of the Maharashtra and MP Governments.This park is also known
as Jawaharlal Nehru Udyan.

Khindsi: Famous
mainly for its large and picturesque lake.
Boating facilities are also offered. Khindsi is very close to Ramtek, in
fact you can combine the two places in a single trip.